Alpine Drive is in Hednesford, Cannock and in Cannock Chase district. WS12 2NL is located in the Hednesford Hills & Rawnsley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cannock Chase. This postcode has been in use since 2003-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Alpine Drive, Hednesford, Cannock, WS12 2NL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WS12 2NJ, WS12 2NH, WS12 1NT, WS12 2NX, WS12 2NG, WS12 2NF, WS12 2NN, WS12 2NU, WS12 2NQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WS12 2NL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.6% | 50.5% | -2.1% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 47.4% | 49.5% | 2.1% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 26.9% | 30.9% | 4.0% | 37.9% | -7.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.4% | 48.6% | -8.8% | 44.2% | 4.4% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 4.1% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 9.1% | -0.1% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 4.8% | 7.4% | 2.6% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 37.8% | 33% | -4.8% | 48.4% | -15.4% |
| Good health | 43.3% | 37.4% | -5.9% | 33.6% | 3.8% |
| Fair health | 11.9% | 21.6% | 9.7% | 12.7% | 8.9% |
| Bad health | 5.8% | 5.5% | -0.3% | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 2.6% | 1.3% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 19.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.3% | 26.2% | 0.9% | 18.2% | 8.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.1% | 11.5% | -6.6% | 9.6% | 1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.1% | 15.6% | -2.5% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 7.4% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.1% | 17.2% | 3.1% | 16.9% | 0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.9% | 19.7% | 2.8% | 33.8% | -14.1% |
| Other | 3.2% | 2.5% | -0.7% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.2% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.7% | 98.2% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 98.2% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 98.7% | 98.2% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.4% | 98.2% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -8.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.3% | 76.7% | 4.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 17.9% | 13.5% | 4.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.8% | 37.2% | 4.6% |
| Christian | 49.8% | 46.2% | 3.6% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 7.7% | 6.0% | 1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Alpine Drive was 91.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 93.0% higher than the Hawks Green with Rumer Hill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Alpine Drive has the 3rd highest crime rate of 45 local areas in Hawks Green with Rumer Hill and the 86th highest crime rate of 318 local areas in Cannock Chase .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 49.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -54.9%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Alpine Drive, Cannock, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2025-03-19 | £257,906 |
| 19 Alpine Drive, Cannock, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £222,500 | 2024-02-01 | £236,930 |
| 15 Alpine Drive, Cannock, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2023-02-20 | £218,215 |
| 1 Alpine Drive, Cannock, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2018-03-26 | £202,731 |
| 19 Alpine Drive, Cannock, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2017-03-31 | £243,104 |
WS12 2NL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Retired | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 41 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Education | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hednesford Nursery School Eskrett Street , Hednesford WS12 1AR | 3out of 4 | 930 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Hill Top , Hednesford WS12 1DE | 3out of 4 | 399 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's CofE Primary Academy Reservoir Road , Hednesford WS12 1BE | 3out of 4 | 423 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Five Ways Primary School Langholm Drive , Heath Hayes WS12 2EZ | 3out of 4 | 1,081 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Poppyfield Primary Academy Bishop Street , Hednesford WS12 4RY | - not rated | 1,217 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chadsmoor Community Infants and Nursery School Kingsway , Chadsmoor WS11 6EU | 4out of 4 | 1,286 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsmead School Kings Avenue , WS12 1DH | 2out of 4 | 146 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Staffordshire University Academy Marston Road , Hednesford WS12 4JH | 1out of 4 | 2,122 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cannock Chase High School Hednesford Road , WS11 1JT | 3out of 4 | 2,427 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Griffin Catholic College Cardinal Way , Stafford Road WS11 4AW | 3out of 4 | 3,216 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norton Canes High School Burntwood Road , Norton Canes WS11 9SP | 3out of 4 | 3,394 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hednesford Valley High School Stanley Road , WS12 4JS | 3out of 4 | 1,755 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherbrook Primary School Grainger Court , WS11 5SA | 3out of 4 | 2,890 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chase Grammar School International Study Centre Convent Close , WS11 0UR | - not rated | 3,425 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chase Grammar School Convent Close , WS11 0UR | - not rated | 3,425 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chaselea Alternative Provision Academy Avon Road , WS11 1LH | 1out of 4 | 4,025 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olive Grove | Cross Keys Inn, 42 Hill Street | 409 yd | |
| Spice of Hednesford | 13 Market Street | 898 yd | |
| The Indian Smokehouse / Peri Peri Pizza | 35 Market Street | 933 yd | |
| Press Books and Coffee | 42 Market Street | 981 yd | |
| India Red | 44 Market Street | 996 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cross Keys Hotel | Cross Keys Hotel, Hill Street | 409 yd | |
| Plough & Harrow | Plough And Harrow, Uxbridge Street | 501 yd | |
| Church Hill Victoria WMC | 116 Church Hill | 524 yd | |
| Dulcie's Bar | 1 Market Street | 931 yd | |
| Kraftt Lounge Bar | 33 Market Street | 937 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trocadero Fish Bar | 1 Sharon Way | 352 yd | |
| Jumbo House | 2 Uxbridge Street | 814 yd | |
| Uxbridge Cantonese | 9a Market Street | 874 yd | |
| Pizza Hut | Unit 1, Chase Gateway, Victoria Street | 991 yd | |
| Pizza Pan | 60 Market Street | 1,035 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Unit 6 To 7, Chase Gateway, Victoria Street | 991 yd | |
| Tesco | Victoria Shopping Park, Victoria Street | 1,093 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kingsmead School KINGS AVENUE | grass pitches | 260 yd |
| Keys Park KEYS PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 539 yd |
| Arthur Street Playing Fields (Closed) Arthur Street | grass pitches | 864 yd |
| Active Images Health Club (Closed) Cardigan Place | health and fitness suite | 977 yd |
| Five Ways Primary School LANGHOLM DRIVE | grass pitches | 1,001 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 52.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 52.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.